Lyle Lovett sings the National Anthem before the the game. Photo-4405613.59473 - NewsTimes

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Carlos Pena walks to the plate to lead off the bottom of the second inning. With the at-bat, Pena became the first designated hitter for the Astros as an American League team as they begin play in new league after 51 seasons in the National League. less

Carlos Pena walks to the plate to lead off the bottom of the second inning. With the at-bat, Pena became the first designated hitter for the Astros as an American League team as they begin play in new league ... more

Photo: Smiley N. Pool, Houston Chronicle

Carlos Pena walks to the plate to lead off the bottom of the second... Photo-4405614.59473 - NewsTimes

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Houston Astros center fielder Justin Maxwell makes his way to third on his second triple of the night during the eighth inning.

Houston Astros center fielder Justin Maxwell makes his way to third on his second triple of the night during the eighth inning.